Thursday, September 07, 2006

Beaded Butterfly Goddess

As you know, I recently hosted a beaded doll swap on the CPS list. I've certainly posted enough about the one I worked on for months and months ;-) The doll above, made by Nina Owens of TX, is the one I got to keep for myself! I just love her -- love the concept of a butterfly goddess, and of course she is covered in all my favorite colors!

I thought the way Nina used those long, twisted black beads centered up the front was particularly clever, creating the look of strength and armor, on a delicate butterfly. As usual, the picture does not do justice to the beautiful work contained. It was a great group of 7 women besides myself, and a delight in every way!

About Me

I’m an incredibly fortunate Baby Boomer. My life has been filled with joy, challenges, and learning opportunities. My three adult children, their spouses, my beautiful granddaughters, and my amusing pets all color my life. (Though no one is more colorful or amusing than my dear husband, Oldtimer!) My childhood was unusual and my parents unique (Lolo was an astrologer before most people knew what that was; Hawkshaw a WWII vet who lost both legs), which, combined with enough moves to put me in nine different schools in 12 years, gives a different perspective on life experiences.
In my spare time, I work in my "tree house" of sewing and art projects (now on the ground floor, but still amidst greenery and overlooking water), as well as my soap kitchen, where I make beautiful luxury soaps and lotions.
I like to work, love home decor projects, travel eagerly, embrace non-mainstream spirituality, and am grateful for *something* every single day.